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Dr. Sherine Brown-Fraser leads Oakwood’s new Master of Public Health Program 2 [ Oakwood Magazine ] WINTER 2020 PHOTO BY TEYMI TOWNSEND WINTER 2020 [ Oakwood Magazine ] 3 from the President Leslie N. Pollard, Ph.D., D.Min., MBA Deliciousness: My Gratitude List very day something exciting the top 10 HBCUs in happens at Oakwood University! the United States. We Every page of this issue shares just a little remain grateful that Diced, Dipped, Delivered. Eof the story of accomplishments and events that Oakwood stands out have advanced the institution over the past few in multiple publics months. God’s blessings are too numerous to tell, as an outstanding institution of higher so where should we begin? Drs. Leslie and Prudence Pollard and their family It was a joy to speak to the inaugural International education. Praise God! Summit of Colleges, Universities, and Ministers of Our Oakwood Education at the United Nations in September. The Farms Market and farm-to-table Bistro will move purpose of the summit was to create partnerships from vision to reality when it opens during the first between institutions committed to “advancing quarter of 2020. I am grateful for this addition to quality education for all persons of African descent.” our industry recovery strategy. We shared with them regarding the Consortium We will break ground on our 9000 sq. ft. state- of African Adventist Universities and Partners of-the-art Community Health Action Clinic, on our (CAAUP), which has 16 member institutions. Oakwood East Campus, in 2020. Huntsville Hospital has University founded this organization in 2012 and partnered with us to develop the clinic on the it has been a blessing to our faculty who have west wing of the facility, and the service learning Catering operations will be housed on the east wing of the participated in the faculty exchange within the Hand-Crafted Fruit Platters & Snack Bundles Delivered To Your Next Event Diaspora. building. I am grateful to the donors who will enable Oakwood University cannot succeed without us to bring the vision of this facility to reality. Get healthy, creative catering options for the support of our faithful and generous community On a personal note, God has allowed Prudence corporate functions, lunches, or parties. to help us reach our goal of a $20 million dollar and me, who met as students at Oakwood University, Call today to learn more about endowment by 2020. Maybe you made your gift to celebrate our 40th year of a wonderful marriage. our next-day catering on Giving Tuesday, when we exceeded our $25,000 We are grateful every day for the family He has & fruit delivery. goal—and $31,780 was raised in one day! Or perhaps given us. I am grateful that God set a new direc- our alumni and friends who are Federal employ- tion in our histories and is blessing the next ees and retirees contributed to support Oakwood generation. through the recent Combined Federal Campaign Finally, I am grateful for the spirit of min- (#96964). Whatever you have done, we continue to istry, service, and sacrifice that is embodied in thank you for your support of Oakwood University. the dedicated and hard-working administrators, faculty, and staff of Oakwood University. I am MY GRATITUDE LIST also deeply grateful for the students, alumni, If you “google” the word gratitude, you see an friends, ministers and members of the Huntsville faith community, and all who work with us in Call toll-free to order! We deliver throughout the U.S. avalanche of positive research showing the health Share benefits of living with gratefulness (e.g. greater varying capacities in support of the mission of “a L ve, resilience, healthy optimism, less stress, higher place called Oakwood.” In the words of the apostle 1-844-FRUIT-OU SUPPORT endorphin levels, better relationships, etc). My Paul, “I thank God always when I remember you” STUDENTS personal list has over 100 things I’m grateful for, (Philippians 1:3). 1-844-378-4868 . so I’ll share just a few. In 2019 Oakwood University was ranked among Proceeds from all sales placed by calling 1-844 FRUIT-OU go to

Containers may vary. Edible Arrangements®, the Fruit Basket Logo, and other marks mentioned herein are registered trademarks of Edible Arrangements, LLC. All rights reserved. support Oakwood University. WINTER 2020 [ Oakwood Magazine ] 5 New Start in Public Health WHAT'S GOOD ABOUT AN by Garry Graham, Sr. hile growing up in Brooklyn, New Why I Made a Choice to Make a Lasting Impact York at the Bethel Seventh-day WAdventist Church (SDA), every year a gentleman would come to visit during the Garry Graham, Sr., is a doctoral MPH? candidate in Community Health Adventist youth society hour (back then, it WHEN DID YOU BECOME INTERESTED IN Sciences at SUNY Downstae Public Health Defined was referred to as Missionary Volunteers) PUBLIC HEALTH? School of Public Health. He is also and talk about the dangers of smoking. His the father of Garry Graham, Jr., a “Public Health is the science of protecting Born in Manhattan while growing up in the presentation was different than all the other sophomore biochemistry major at and improving the health of people and suburbs of Long Island, New York, my family programs. He brought a mannequin that Oakwood University. their communities. This work is achieved by commuted weekly to Harlem to worship at the smoked, appropriately named Smoking Sam. promoting healthy lifestyles, researching Ephesus SDA Church for over 40 years. During This annual presentation influenced me in two specific ways. The disease and injury prevention, and detecting, my weekly commute, I saw first-hand the pain- first, I was convinced to never touch a cigarette. The second, is that he preventing and responding to infectious dis- ful disparities in health front and center. At the was able to use visual aids to teach about the dangers of smoking. I eases.” time, I didn't realize that God was preparing always wondered, how do you teach like that? —Centers for Disease Control and me for a career in Public Heath as an academic, Years later, I attended Oakwood University where I was exposed Prevention (CDC) Foundation, 2019 researcher and scholar-servant. to a class by Howard Shaw in my first semester. He spoke about diet, exercise, and the daily lifestyle. I embraced the lectures and was “Public Health for the NIH who invests nearly MY PUBLIC HEALTH JOURNEY: A convicted as it left a lasting impression on me. $39.2 billion annually in medical research for SNAPSHOT the American people, is to seek fundamental As a life long Seventh-day Adventist I absorbed the lexicon Public Health is both populational and per- of health and temperance, highlighted with the famous acronym knowledge about the nature and behavior sonal. Some of my richest and rewarding public of living systems and the application of that "NEWSTART" (Nutrition, Exercise, Water, Sunshine, Temperance, Air, health experiences through the years are inter- Rest, Trust in God). Research shows that Adventists live seven years knowledge to enhance health, lengthen life, connected with cross-cutting disciplines result- and reduce illness and disability.” longer than the average American, and I am thrilled to learn that ing in significant impact promoting health and Loma Linda University is in a certified “blue zone.“ —The National Institutes mitigating disease. Whether my experience of Health (NIH), 2019 The health message has always been “the right hand of the was… gospel” and a strong catalyst for evangelism. “Public Health investigates the ecology of …reducing heart disease risk as a doctoral stu- Temperance and health are now being married to Public Health, health and battles against deadly contagious dent at the Harvard School of Public Health giving us the boost needed to take the gospel through the world. One diseases, minimizes the consequences of cat- investigating the effects of the APOA1-CIII- of the most popular graduate degrees achieved by Oakwood Alumni astrophic events, and provide the basics of AIV gene cluster on acute and long-term is the Masters of Public Health (MPH). Unfortunately, most of us had sanitation, safe food, and water.” cholesterol responses to high saturated fat to go to another institution and make our mark in the Public Health —thisisbpublichealth.org, 2015 diets. arena. The MPH has allowed our alumni to become CEOs, research …or studying the effects of plant-based proteins scientists, authors, consultants, television and radio personalities. by Dr. Sherine Brown-Fraser The field of Public Health is vast, weav- on hypertension while training as a post- My interest in Public Health came from being an SDA, while ing together the foundation of five core dis- doc in the development and execution of navigating the hip hop hustle of NYC, by doing health presentations ciplines: 1) Biostatistics, 2) Epidemiology, 3) the OMNIHeart® Study, a multi-center clin- and mobile outreach, and grew with my academic pursuit in the hat exactly is the practice of Environmental Health Sciences, 4) Health ical trial at Brigham and Women's Hospital, SUNY Downstate School of Public Health. When I started my Public Public Health? I'm so glad you Policy and Management, 5) Social and Behavior Harvard Medical School. Health career, my mentor thought it was a natural progression as a …or developing science policies, scientific asked. Public Health is the Sciences. Plant-based nutrition coupled with result of my exposure and execution I already had with the health lifestyle intervention is one of the many valu- evaluations, regulations, and enforce- message. Wbeautiful combination of sci- able tools within the arsenal of Public Health. ment strategies to promote the nation’s As a public health practitioner, I have seen campaigns against ence, research and compassion; using ‘big data’ I like to think of public health as the hand health as a Science Fellow with the Federal smoking, the push for seat belts–along with airbags, the strategy to Government within the Department of to address ‘big health issues.’ Public Health of Christ helping make humanity whole. The decrease HIV transmission, countless health fairs, and presentations. American Public Health Association (APHA) Health and Human Services (DHHS), Food This generation brings new health challenges with the opioid crisis, is also the powerful intersection of science, says it well, the heart of Public Health “saves and Drug Administration (FDA), NIH and the legalization of marijuana, vaping, and distracted driving (texting and health, research and policy with a clear goal money, improves our quality of life, helps chil- Office of the United States Surgeon General. driving). dren thrive and reduces human suffering. While …or establishing Morgan State University’s first to improve populations using quantitative and There is something special happening at Oakwood University, a doctor treats people who are sick, those of us Community Organic Vegetable Garden, in a the birth of a Masters of Public Health program that has a dynamic qualitative data. It’s local, global, measurable working in Public Health try to prevent people 7000 sq. ft. urban plot that is now a thriving new online platform. This program will provide the training for a new from getting sick or injured in the first place. community garden and a successful cam- and most importantly, meaningful. In essence, � wave of practitioners to tackle today's health challenges. We also promote wellness by encouraging pus–community project that strengthens Public Health is the science of prevention. healthy behaviors.” service learning and community engage-

6 [ Oakwood Magazine ] WINTER 2020 WINTER 2020 [ Oakwood Magazine ] 7 WHY CHOOSE ment for improved health, nutrition, and the The MPH degree has the potential to College is my alma mater. OAKWOOD environment. increase employment opportunities! The Receiving my PhD. from Harvard University …or working in the field of Nutritional demand for Public Health Professions in the within the Schools of Public Health, Division of FOR YOUR Neuroscience, Behavior Health, Food Deserts workforce continues to increase across the Medical Sciences and Graduate School has pre- MPH? and Violence Prevention as faculty/Chair at United States. Growth will be driven by efforts to pared me for such a time as this. Andrews University in a partnership with improve health outcomes and to reduce health- Collaborative-Leadership has been the pre- → UNIQUE: Online MPH program in Nutrition and Wellness with a unique colleagues at the Massachusetts Institutes care costs by teaching people about healthy vailing theme as I have worked closely with emphasis combining health disparities, vegetarian nutrition & health of Technology (MIT), NIH, and Lakeland habits and behaviors, and utilization of available great colleagues at Oakwood such as Dr. Earl promotion. Hospital. health care services. Henry (Interim MPH Program Director), Dr. These experiences are all Public Health. Popular areas of Public Health Employment: Joycelyn Peterson, Dr. John Anderson, Dr. Joyce → CONVENIENT: 100% Online Program. Great for working professionals. Health Care Agencies, Biotechnology, Hospitals, Johnson, Dr. Karen Benn-Marshall, Dr. Colwick → GREAT VALUE: Tuition competitive with other online programs WHY SHOULD SOMEONE CHOOSE A CAREER Government (local, regional, national), Relief Wilson and Dr. Prudence Pollard in developing IN PUBLIC HEALTH? Organizations (i.e., ADRA, Red Cross), Research the vision, direction and management of the → STRONG PUBLIC HEALTH CORE: Public health core competencies provided: The employment outlook in Public Health Institutes, Colleges/Universities, Consulting, MPH program. Having an excellent office manag- Intro to Public Health. Epidemiology. Biostatistics. Health Behavior. Health is strong. The job market for Public Health Corporate Wellness, NGOs & Nonprofits, er, Mrs. Janelle Flint, has been a blessing. Policy Administration. Environmental Health. researchers, practitioners, educators, and com- United Nations, Think Tanks, Religious/Church Oakwood University is perfectly positioned → munity workers is projected to grow 21 percent Organizations, Professional Associations, to meet the public health need with our new QUALITY EDUCATION: Program will train you to evaluate and quantify from 2012 to 2022, faster than the average for all Foundations, or the Public Sector. Master of Public Health degree program in health needs of a population group, while simultaneously providing the occupations. Nutrition & Wellness. This past fall semester knowledge and skills to create and implement research-based community According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT YOUR NEW 2019, we celebrated the start of our first MPH programs in preventive health and wellness. Statistics, employment opportunities are expect- ROLE AT OU? student cohort. → EASY: One course at a time. Each course = 8-week sessions. ed to grow by 37% from 2010-2020, faster than As the new Department Chair and Professor New cohort every August. the average for all occupations (14%). This pre- of Oakwood University’s Nutrition and Dietetics TELL US ABOUT HOW AN OU MPH diction translates into about 23,200 new jobs for Department—home to the new MPH Program— PREPARES STUDENTS Public Health Professions/Health Educators over it's an awesome opportunity to be serving this Oakwood University’s Master of Public Learn more at: graduate.oakwood.edu a 10-year span. capacity. It’s “full circle” for me since Oakwood Health in Nutrition and Wellness is the next step for students who have completed undergradu- ate health-related degrees and want to continue comes locally, nationally and globally. Data driv- their studies at the next level. With a focus on en—health in action! advocating plant-based diets, students will learn how to assess the health needs of diverse com- Ellen White has two great quotes that I munity groups. They will use their findings to believe speak to the heart of Public Health: create personalized health plans, programs and “The work of health reform is the Lord’s policies. In 22 to 24 months, the MPH degree means for lessening suffering in our world…. also prepares graduates to meet the new stan- Teach the people that they can act as God’s dards passed by the Commission on Dietetic helping hand by cooperating with the Master Registration for entry-level registered dietitians. Worker in restoring physical and spiritual Simple Tips for Healthy Eating in 2020 health.” Testimonies, Vol.9, p. 112-113. by Dr. Sherine Brown-Fraser MPH Program goals are: 3 1. Knowledge: Prepare graduate health pro- “When properly conducted, the health work Go Green: Collards are a Keep Greens Bright: Try to Go Green with Mac: Add a fessionals who are able to provide innova- is an entering wedge, making a way for other Bdelicious side dish all year Ckeep your greens bright in Dfun, nutrient dense spin to tive evidence-based nutrition education to truths to reach the heart.…” Counsels on long. Try mixing them with Kale! color and not to overcook them. If traditional Macaroni & Cheese! diverse communities. Evangelism, p. 72.2. Both greens are good source of over cooked, most of the nutrients Add greens like spinach, kale, 2. Cultural Competence: Prepare students to Calcium (bone health & muscle with be found in the liquid. So if collards or mustard greens to develop, implement, and assess programs “He has shown you, O man, what is good; contraction), Potassium (regulates you must cook your greens to that your mac and cheese. Season the to promote the health of a diverse popu- and what does the Lord require of you? But to do blood pressure & cell integrity), dark rich color, PLEASE PLEASE, greens well, then add them to lation of individuals, groups and commu- justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with Beta-carotene/Vitamin A (vision don't toss the liquid. Add that your mac & cheese before baking. nities. your God.” Micah 6:8, NKJV. & cell division), and Folate (helps delicious "pot liquor" liquid to Consider Vegan Mac & Cheese 3. Application: Facilitate sustainable collab- Want to make a positive and lasting impact produce red blood cells and DNA). soups, stews and/or gravies. recipes as well. orations between faculty, students, and on the world, your life and your career? Get an faith-based and non-profit organizations MPH at Oakwood University. And remember, having positive, uplifting conversations around the dinner table bodes well for fel- in service to communities. ______lowship and digestion. Try to stay away from conversations like “what's in the food” at the dinner Sherine Brown-Fraser, PhD., RD, CPT, is a Professor & Chair in the Department The MPH is key to effective, research-based, of Nutrition & Dietetics; Dietetic Internship Program; and the Master of Public Health table. Instead, consider replacing that topic with “let’s thank those who prepared the meal!” health promotion and disease prevention out- Program at Oakwood University.

8 [ Oakwood Magazine ] WINTER 2020 WINTER 2020 [ Oakwood Magazine ] 9 An Alumni Impact Award was given to Toson Knight (right of podium), '13, for his work with young men in Detroit, Michigan. Through Knight's leadership and influence, several of these young men are enrolled at Oakwood University.

The OU campus was filled with laughter, greeting and activity Alumni on Sunday afternoon. HOMECOMING President Pollard congratulates the current and former leadership and staff of Praise 90.1 FM WJOU (left to right) Don McPhaull, Jody Jones, Audree Johnson, Victoria Joiner, Linda Anderson, Nichole Rowlett Dorsey, Ivy Starks, Dammeon Malone, and Don Roden. akwood University’s Alumni Homecoming 2019 has been described as “simply amazing!” It was Ofelt that the Holy Spirit overflowed in every service, and that God continues to bless the efforts of His soldiers in this Oakwood family of believers. We encourage everyone to get engaged and ignited to Pastor Wintley Phipps y all accounts, the Alumni 360 events share the good news about what’s happening at yOUr University. Blessings to all attended in person, Bduring Alumni Weekend 2019 were a braving the unseasonably cool temperatures outside, as well as those who viewed the services online. success! Over 12 professions and depart- ments were represented, at 12 venues Some of the weekend's highlights included the across the campus. Over 300 Oakwood alums and students participated. · Pre-Alumni Kick-off, with author and CNN commentator Angela Rye Alumni 360 is one of the Big 4 initia- · 41st Annual UNCF Gala, with Grammy-winning recording artist Lalah Hathaway tives from the Office of Alumni Relations launched this year, where Oakwood alum- · honoring the 40 years of broadcast ministry of Praise 90.1 FM WJOU Pastor Donnie Mclurkin ni circle back on campus to network for · honoring the 30 years of music ministry of Dynamic Praise their career and profession, and also help our current students by providing · the musical ministry of Pastor Donnie McClurkin and the Aeolians mentoring, internships or shadowing · Alumni 360 events, Oakwood Legacy photo booth, and the Alumni Village Dr. Pollard with the current and former experiences. The goal is to ensure directors of Dynamic Praise. every student who attends and/or graduates from Oakwood will have had at least one internship or shadowing experience before leaving Oakwood. If you would like to participate in our Alumni 360 during Homecoming next year—April 4-12, 2020—join Cast members of the play, “Fences” our mentoring program, or if you produced by the Department of Donnie McClukin, Stevie Mackey, and Duawne Starling can provide an internship or shad- English & Foreign Languages. Emile Parker (left), Director of Alumni lead a moment of true "Dynamic Praise." owing experience for our students, Relations with Dr. Angela Rye (center), please contact either the Office of and the Pre-Alumni Council. Alumni Relations: 256-726-7039, or Career Connections: 256-726-8495, today!

Drs. Pollard with Tommy Battle, Mayor of Huntsville, AL, and Dr. Michael L. Lalah Hathaway Lomax, UNCF President & CEO. PHOTOS BY TEYMI TOWNSEND

Dynamic Praise was honored for 30 continuous 10 [ Oakwood Magazine ] WINTER 2020 years of phenomenal music ministry. WINTER 2020 [ Oakwood Magazine ] 11 The Look of Pictured here are many of our Legacy Families—those families where several generations have attended Oakwood Legacythrough the decades—siblings, parents, and/or grandparents. The Office of Alumni Relations celebrates with you the handing down of the “Oakwood Experience” to succeeding generations.

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Oakwood Magazine Commencement speaker was the Honorable Greg Mathis. Honorary doctoral degrees (Doctor Commencement speaker wastheHonorableGregMathis.Honorary doctoraldegrees(Doctor Guest graduates are defined as those who chose not to march at their respective institutions Guest graduatesaredefined asthosewhochosenottomarchat theirrespectiveinstitutions of Humane Letters) were awarded to Mrs. Lois Peters and Elder Ed Zinke. An additional four of HumaneLetters)were awardedtoMrs.LoisPetersandElderEd Zinke.Anadditionalfour brightest students in the world who entered to learn, and have now departed to serve. The brightest studentsintheworldwhoentered tolearn,andhavenowdepartedserve.The Oakwood University hosted its 2019 Commencement Exercises, May 9-11, for 328 of the Oakwood Universityhostedits2019Commencement Exercises,May9-11,for328ofthe “guest” graduates participated in the Commencement ceremony on Saturday night. “guest” graduatesparticipated intheCommencementceremony onSaturdaynight. because of Sabbathobservanceand otherscheduling concerns.

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050 50 20 69 328 13 COUNTRIES REPRESENTED 9 4.0 u ad Honorable Mention Cum Laude Summa CumLaude YOUNGEST grad years old years old OLDEST grad GRADUATES GRADUATION BY THENUMBERS Jeffrey Otieno Highest GPA 18 Magna CumLaude Female graduates Male graduates & 135 193 CA TOP 5STATES REPRESENTED 52 10 WINTER 2020 Education (LEAP) Adult &Continuing Masters Degrees AL GA FL NY

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] 17 ACADEMIC OPERATIONS DIVISION UPDATE Colwick Wilson, Ph.D., Provost & Senior Vice President

2nd Annual Social Work Day at the by Tristan Johnson, Bruce Lindsey, forget the exceptional panel speak- the Social Work Day can utilize our skills. I really enjoyed United Nations, New York City Sian Mccollum, and Kennedy Blye ers. They were all very different, but at the UN. I appre- hearing the different panel discus- their passion for changing the world ciated that they sions. One story that stood out to me was shining through. By far the best created a program was a lady sharing her experience part of the whole trip was when the specifically for during the Genocide. Her family was panelists opened the floor for ques- students to net- killed and she talked about how she tions. Everyone who wanted to ask work with each other, overcame the trauma. a question was heard, and given a and present their research on various It was also good to detailed answer in return. Moments topics. Sitting in on the discussions be able to bond like these are rare and I was glad to that at the U.N. Headquarters, I was with the group be a part of it. able to see the different perspectives that was there. of other social workers from around Overall, I had awe- Sian McCollum, Senior/Social the world. some time! I would Work major – Buford, Georgia: definitely go back to It was such a blessing to attend Social Kennedy Blye, Graduated 2019/ the U.N. and I am thankful for this Work Day at the United Nations for the Social Work major - Beltsville, experience. second year in a row. I’m so grateful to Maryland: The United Nations trip ______be a part of a department that creates was overall a great experience, espe- Submitted by Shalunda Sherrod, DSW, LICSW, PIP, opportunities that will forever impact cially in the sense that we got to an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social Work at our lives as social workers. What network with people from all around Oakwood University. stood out to me the most was the the world to discuss the needs of chil- student forum that took place before dren and how we as social workers

Oakwoodites pause for a photo opportunity outside of the United Nations. (l-r) Sian McCollum, UNICEF Club Sponsor: Dr. Shalunda Sherrod, Tristan Johnson, Kennedy Blye, and Bruce Lindsey. Have you Tristan Johnson, Senior/Social to end the practice of sex trafficking, tencies, the organization provides a Work major - Worchester, and the list doesn’t stop there. The path for all of us to follow. Again, I remembered Massachusetts: This trip to United Nations is one of the most am very grateful for the opportunity Manhattan was like a prestigious organizations I have ever to experience a life-changing event business trip and a witnessed. such as this. Thank you. to include short vacation com- Before this trip, I saw social work bined into one! I as one of the only professions that Bruce Lindsey, Senior/Social learned so much actively focuses on helping those Work major - Baltimore, Oakwood from just a couple who need help. However, social work Maryland: Our trip to New York of hours attending is so much bigger than just helping was truly an eye opener. The most the different sessions. the average person. The profession humbling experience was being at University The United Nations not is a principle for how people must the UN Headquarters. Seeing and only stands for addressing global treat one another. We should uplift meeting some great in your will or trust? Lewis Jones social problems, but is also extreme- our neighbors when they’re down— people along the Assistant Director of Development/ Planned Giving Officer ly active in policy development; uplift them and help them find the way made the [email protected] passionate about getting various resources they need to better them- trip even bet- Call Us: 256-726-7586 resources for certain countries; selves. With this attitude in mind, ter. When we helps end discrimination against the world can and will become a attended the WWW.OAKWOOD.EDU and oppression of certain groups; better place. United Nations models conference on Trust Services & Planned Giving and plays a significant role in trying this. Through its exemplary compe- Sunday, I’ll never

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OU Literary Guild and its Affiliates Join Compiled and Edited by Cecily Daly the Literary Conversation by Dr. Cecily Daly Schools, Mandeville, Jamaica, FROM THE OU BOOK 1 Members of the Home West Indies: for their literary LITERARY GUILD Chapter have worked larger international com- longest serving sponsor, Dr. Dorothy project on Writing with Color, HOME CHAPTER In My hard with the production. munity. Patterson, effervescent membership submitted by the principal, The picture is still Thanks to Drs. Gilbert The challenge of card supplier, and Ms. Karen Tucker, Basil Tabannor. exciting! “In My Father’s Father’s Ojwang and Onesimus teaching Developmental encouraging quality control sponsor, 4. Kamagambo High School, Suitcase,” seeded by Otieno for tirelessly Reading classes of unmo- we have had many successful writing Kenya, Africa: a new national member Ezra Okuro, is Suitcase working on this proj- tivated, underprepared harvests. Our 500+ authors have writ- champion joins the literary a series of values- clarifi- ect. Also, thanks to Mr. college students was ten in various publications, includ- conversation. They tell of the cation books designed for Joel Arama for con- the stimulation which ing five Insight magazines featuring successful results of their 3rd and 4th graders. Three necting with Kamagambo created an academic Oakwood, four collegiate Sabbath students at local, regional and of these books will help the for a verbal report of that Affiliate. club within the English School Quarterlies, seven completed national levels of a recent children to clarify and hold onto the Although many years have slipped Department, which was books, one documentary video, and Drama Festival. Thus, they’ve values they have been taught (e.g., by, OULG still remains grounded on established in 1986. This one “Caring & Sharing” video, the earned our congratulations by kindness, cheerfulness, love, caring, the a foundational “Right to Write” was strengthened with springboard for our textbook schol- setting a good example for all safety, etc). The fourth book of the yet continues to encourage all mem- help from the Center for arship funds. Affiliates. set offers activities for the children bers to “Write the vision and make Academic Support so We have now established COULA about those values. These books are it plain…” Hab. 2:2 that our activities were (a Consortium of Oakwood University Cheers, Affiliates, keep up the good written in English and in Swahili, ______student-centered and Literary Affiliates), experienced a work! the national language of Kenya. Cecily Daly, Ed.D., is the sponsor of the OU Literaty Guild. geared toward literary global push, and expanded the Guild excellence and academic to a total of 11 Literary Affiliates who ince the inception of our enhancement. keep the goal of maintaining “the most prized possession in In 2000, we celebrated a nation- Right to Write” with excellence. For 1985, this God-given literary al membership as the first and more information check our website, Allied Health Students Visit by Dr. Earl Henry Streasure holds a mission of only American Christian Writers’ under the Eva B. Dykes Library page. assisting young people in discover- Association chapter in the State of Andrews University ing talents they never knew they Alabama. Now we still remain the 27th LITERARY AFFILIATES: WHO possessed. The Guild also assists chapter of this now-expanded nation- ARE THEY? members and friends to integrate al organization. Through God’s help, This is the name given to acad- Earl Henry, chair of the Allied Health faith and learning as they employ and the help of dedicated sponsors emies who have applied to the uni- Dr.Department, and Professor Mishael our three age-old rights: “The and marketing expert advisor, Mr. versity home chapter for membership Williams, sponsors of the Allied Health club, took right to know, the right to Michael Sales, we’ve and want to know how to successfully a group of Allied Health students to Andrews read, and the right to write.” kept afloat until now. establish and maintain like clubs of University November 8-11, 2019, for the University’s Everyone connected Since the early days literary excellence in their local areas. Graduate Preview. The visit gave the students an with the Guild has, to a of our existence, with opportunity to visit the Allied Health-related gradu- greater or lesser extent, Mrs. Minneola Dixon as MEET SOME AFFILIATES AND ate programs offered at Andrews. been encouraged and our first supporter, Dr. CELEBRATE THEIR SUCCESS! The weekend included a ‘meet and greet’ with enabled to “Write the Ramona Hyman, first 1. North Dallas Adventist faculty and current students, and dedicated ses- Vision, Make it Plain” sponsor, Ms. Sonia Paul, Academy, Richardson, Texas: sions in departments and programs of interest. and share the Oakwood for their first book – Millennial Those planning to pursue Physical Therapy were experience as we uphold Voices – written by a class and hosted to a session in the cadaver lab manned by the mission of the library submitted by their teacher – the first year DPT students. Those interested in as well as the standards Catherine Jackson. other graduate programs were hosted in the respec- of our institution. The scope and 2. Oakwood Adventist Academy, tive departments. Our students were able to make sequence of our existence over the Huntsville, Alabama: for their valuable networking connections and new friends. Currently, Oakwood University has two affiliation last 30 years has been a love affair first journal which they named, In addition to the academic information received, agreements with Andrews University, for the Bachelor with our pens. Thus, we guard the Depthinition, written by their we were treated to pizza and ice cream when we visit- of Science in Medical Technology (3+1), and the Doctor Guild as a sacred trust, doing all we affiliate club and submitted by ed Silver Beach. The visit was a very informative and of Physical Therapy degree (3+3). can to keep the flame burning, now their teacher – Gwen Woods. rewarding one for our students, many of whom are ______that we are part and parcel of the 3. West Indies College Group of considering Andrews University for graduate school. Earl Henry, DrPH, is the chair of Allied Health at Oakwood University.

20 [ Oakwood Magazine ] WINTER 2020 WINTER 2020 [ Oakwood Magazine ] 21 ACADEMIC OPERATIONS DIVISION UPDATE Step Up to Oakwood University Hosts the Adventist Graduate English Association Conference by Dr. Maquisha Mullins

unique because it was hosted jointly on both the campuses of Oakwood Education University and Southern Adventist University. Monique Pittman, professor of English at Andrews University, a Explore Oakwood first-time visitor to Oakwood, com- mented, “I feel so welcomed and University Online am eager to learn more about the history of the university.” She went Graduate Degree on to mention how interested she was in the powerful role OU has, “… Programs in taking the pain of the past and using it for inspiration.” Master of Business The morning began in the Moseley Chapel where President Administration: Pollard offered opening words that Leadership emphasized and celebrated the com- AEA members gather for a photo on plexities of the English language. Dr. the steps of Moran Hall during their Ramona Hyman, chair of Oakwood's Master of Public Health: tour of the Oakwood campus. Department of English & Foreign Nutrition & Wellness Languages, initiated the celebration of the spoken word by sharing her work and encouraging OU profes- Master of Arts: sors and other attendees to share Urban Ministry & Community their favorite, or original poetry. The Development day also included a walking tour around campus, a visit to the Clara Peterson-Rock Museum in the Eva B. Master of Arts: Dykes Library, lunch and afternoon Pastoral Studies sessions in the Bradford Cleveland President Leslie Pollard (center) poses with visitors from Peru and Bolivia Brooks Leadership Center. The con- during the AEA Conference: Pictured, left to right, are Josue Quispe cluding moments on Oakwood's cam- (Universidad Peruana Union), Jenny Nogales (Universidad Adventista de pus, before departing for Southern Bolivia), Melysa Cari Mamani (UPeU), Jasmin Alejo Evagelista (UPeU), Adventist University, were spent For more information, please contact Angela Rosales, and Nataly Saez Zevallos (UPeU). in reflection at the historic slave the Office of Graduate Education at: cemetery. or the first time since percent of the attendees were first- Conference goers enjoyed the [email protected] the organization was time visitors to the campus. Jenny time spent on the sunshine-soaked established in 1968, Nogales from Adventista de Bolivia campus of Oakwood University and or call: 256.726.8091 the Adventist English said that “It is warm here, we were look forward to another opportunity FAssociation (AEA) met on treated very kind.” to return. The next AEA conference the campus of Oakwood University The conference location rotates is scheduled for June 2022, and will on June 21, 2019. The Department through the Seventh-day Adventist be held in Peru. of English and Foreign Languages colleges and universities around the ______welcomed the international mem- world and convenes only once every Maquisha Mullins, Ph.D., is the interim director of bers of the AEA. Approximately 70 three years. This year’s AEA was Integrated Marketing & Public Relations. GRADUATE.OAKWOOD.EDU 22 [ Oakwood Magazine ] WINTER 2020 PHOTOS BY TEYMI TOWNSEND WINTER 2020 [ Oakwood Magazine ] 23 Inspiration to live by. Motivation to give by.

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Pictured from left to right: Nathanael Honore (Graduated 2018), Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Moriah Combs (Graduated 2018).

importance of the 3 angels’ messages professional life “An Army, Rightly Trained” and On the Move in the halls of Congress and state- after law school. by Marcya Burden, Preston Foster and Amanda Ringer houses. Students sit in a “We are training an army to mock law class, net- defend our liberty of conscience work with students from Barham (faculty mem- and to advance our prophetic belief other schools, and receive ber for over 50 years), Dr. in the separation of church and state one-on-one admissions and Ciro Sepulveda (former in the places where policy is made preparation counseling. Department Chair), and and interpreted,” says Preston Foster, The annual Law School alumnus Wayne Caines Assistant Professor and Public Policy Admissions Council (LSAC) forum were honored as dis- Program Director. “At each stop is designed to help students success- tinguished faculty and during a trip to Washington, D.C., fully navigate through the law school Oakwood alumni. we were met by Oakwood graduates admissions process. Students attend alumnus The Public Policy who are currently in the law and workshops, meet one-on-one with Michael Reed, program prepares policy arena, building a pipeline for law school schools of their choice, Chief of Staff to students to enter the other Oakwood graduates. We believe receive advice on financing a law Congressman Sanford arena of policy, law, that, in contrast to other faith-based school education, and answers to Bishop (D-GA); mentors at the and advocacy as both schools that advocate for the inte- their questions about the application American University School of effective practitioners gration of church and state and put process. Public Affairs and the Heinz School and productive intellec- the rights of religious minorities Out of the thou- at Carnegie Mellon; and Attorney tuals. Students receive (i.e., SDAs) at-risk, Oakwood-trained sands in attendance Avis Buchanan, the first African a framework for ana- attorneys, public servants, and his- at the 2019 LSAC American SDA graduate of Harvard lyzing history and cur- tory scholars must make the case for Forum, graduating Law School and Director of the Public rent events, exercising freedom of religion and freedom of senior Courtney Defender’s Office in Washington D.C. adaptive leadership, conscience.” Garrett, Alabama Courtney Garrett Oakwood alumna Kamilah Giscombe and interpreting the native, veteran of Smith offered career opportunities Adventist prophet- ON THE MOVE the United States Army, and Pre-Law at Deloitte Human Capital Partners. Pictured in front of The Brookings Institution are (l-r): Phillip Wesley, Doeg Rivorold, Camilla Amhed, Josiah Taylor, Karyn Clayton, Nia Freeman, ic narrative. Through Oakwood students attend the major at Oakwood, received on-the- Kayenda Twesigye, Professor Preston Foster, Anton Dormer, Jr., Sidney Watkins, Justin Thornton, Clifford Fields, Jr., Alaysia Bookal, Marvin immersion in intern- annual National HBCU Pre-Law spot admission to the University NOT JUST "TRIPPIN" Bernard, DaNia Henry, Gwinelly Botá, Ross Parkinson, Josaiah Bonwell, and Brionna Crawford ships and engagement Summit, which fosters mentorship of Richmond School of Law. The Our students reap tangible ben- with Oakwood alumni between current legal practitioners admissions officers were highly efits from these trips to the nation’s presently in the arena, and future law students from histor- impressed, and amazed at his pro- capital. Oakwood alumna Kamilah hat began in now includes a greater variety of our students enter leading law and ically black colleges and universities. fessional disposition, knowledge of Giscombe Smith offered career oppor- 1919, known classes, and concentrations in Civil policy professional schools, and the Legal practitioners help Pre-Law the law, and respectfulness. tunities at Deloitte Human Capital then as simply Rights History and Religious History workforce, prepared to compete at students navigate through “unique During trips to Washington, Partners. Congressman Swalwell “the History have been added. Our students have the highest level. More importantly, issues, concerns and challenges” D.C., Oakwood students visit with offered a Congressional Internship to WDepartment,” been chartering new territory in they are prepared to protect freedom related to admission into, and matric- senior researchers at The Brookings Anton Dormer, Jr., ’18, who is attend- under the leadership of Dr. O.B. the areas of legal advocacy, local of conscience and communicate the ulation through, law school, and Institution – the country’s pre-em- ing George Washington University Edwards, the Department of History government, policy inent public policy School of Law. The Brookings and Political Science celebrat- research and public think tank; meet Institution created a separate chan- ed its 100th anniversary in 2019. service, at the local with OU alumni at nel for summer internships for up to Subsequent leaders have been Dr. and national levels Georgetown Law five Oakwood students. Dr. Marcya Clarence Barnes, Dr. Emmanuel On April 21, 2019, School and Howard Burden, Assistant Professor and Pre- Saunders, and Dr. Ciro Sepulveda. The the Department Law School; and Law Program Director, expanded the current chair is Dr. Samuel London. held its Centennial attend arguments OU pipelines to Howard, American The department has grown Fundraiser Brunch, at the U.S. Supreme University, and Georgetown Law from having only History majors attended by cur- Court. Students have Schools. Finally, Deloitte offered to now having four degree programs: rent students and attended private internships to qualified students. History, International Studies, Pre- faculty, and alum- briefings with sever- “These trips would not be pos- Law, and Public Policy (formerly ni from around the History Department Centennial Brunch, Dr. Nigel Barham was recognized as a Also at the Centennial Brunch, (back row) Attorney Charles Eaton (‘13), Dr. Marcya al influencers, includ- sible without the commitment faculty member of distinction. He is pictured here (seated, center) with several of Burden (‘14), Attorney Andell Brown ('02), and Attorney Kyndall Rodriquez ('14), ‘Political Science’). The major in world. During the his former students from 1990-2018. pause for a photo op with Dr. and Mrs. Ciro Sepulveda. ing: Congressman of Provost Colwick Wilson and history has been re-vamped and occasion, Dr. Nigel Eric Swalwell (D-CA); Assistant Provost Karen Benn-

26 [ Oakwood Magazine ] WINTER 2020 WINTER 2020 [ Oakwood Magazine ] 27 ACADEMIC OPERATIONS DIVISION UPDATE General Conference Session 2020 GC BOUND? Indianapolis, IN CLOSE TO HOME On the local level, Mayor Paul We’ll Drive You Around! Finley, of nearby Madison, Alabama, recently met with over 60 of Daily Express Roundtrip to Convention Center via Chartered Bus Oakwood’s students, and explained the plans for the future of Madison, projecting that in a couple of years, Ride With Us and Save! the population of Huntsville will $19 All-Day Roundtrip* Average Parking Near be over 600,000 people. He and Cost per person thru April 1, 2020 Convention Center Huntsville’s Mayor Tommy Battle *Cost will increase after this date is $40 per day! are working together to enhance the educational systems of North Alabama. BOOK ONLINE: www.cmccogra.wixsite.com/cmcinc The Pre-Law Program’s “Legal Practitioners of Huntsville” Mixer GENERAL CONFERENCE 2020 Special Room Rates Members of the Oakwood University student Think Tank UCBS (United Collegiate Black Scholars) and Professor Foster welcomes legal practitioners, pol- during a field trip to Montgomery, Alabama. Reserve Online: Embassy Suites Room Options: iticians, non-profit administrators, www.embassysuites.hilton.com 2 B/R Suite (Sleeps up to 6) and community leaders to Oakwood’s by Hilton Indianapolis North 1 B/R Suite Marshall. Their investment in our organization, were voted into office. campus to foster relationships and 800-362-2779 3912 Vincennes Road (Sleeps up to 4) students will pay dividends, immedi- “This is a prime example of our stu- to thank them for their service to Group: CMC, Inc. SDA (20 min. to Convention Center) Includes Parking and Breakfast ately, and for decades,” said depart- dents going beyond academics and the Huntsville and Madison County ment chair Dr. Samuel London. The directly into practice—at area. For more information, Contact CMC, Inc. Hotel and Travel Accommodations at 866-990-2065 Oakwood army is embedded in the a very high level—while ______nation’s capital and the halls of undergraduate students. Dr. Marcya Burden is the pre-law power and influence, for the glory Not only do they repre- program coordinator, and assistant of God, and we look forward to the sent the interests of the professor, Department of History & many blessings God has in store for Oakwood and larger com- Political Science. Preston Foster is an A Place for our program and our students. munities, they also have Assistant Professor of Political Science Our students are gaining hands- distinguished themselves and the Public Policy Program Director Every Smile on experience before graduation. Six as leaders of their genera- Political Science major Ayo at Oakwood University. Amanda Lewis greets Mayor Paul Have fun finding Oakwoodites traveled to Montgomery tion. They are in the arena,” Ringer is Assistant Professor/History the faces of Finley of Madison, Alabama. friends, family for the Alabama State Democratic said Foster, UCBS sponsor. Coordinator. and faculty in Executive Committee (SDEC) meet- the Oakwood ing in November 2019. The SDEC University Puzzle! 120 years of is run by the Democratic National history, 1,000 Convention. Members of the SDEC pieces of precious memories—you’ll play a vital role in Alabama poli- enjoy every tics, such as writing and approving moment. bylaws, endorsing senate candidates, etc. As of November 1, Oakwoodites A Great Gift occupy six of the 210 member seats of the SDEC. After submitting their Candidacy ONLY! for Office forms, each student spoke to the current members of the SDEC $15 Youth Caucus, sharing their contri- butions to the community and their policy priorities. At the conclusion Go to: store.oakwood.edu of several hours of speeches from For more info, call: 256-726-7202 approximately 80 other competi- or email: [email protected] Oakwood’s student members of the Alabama SDEC: (l-r) Joseph Dye (junior), Gwinnelly Botá (senior), Olivia McDonald tors, Oakwood's six candidates, each (sophomore), Camilla Ahmed (alumna), Bryanne Garner (sophomore), and Ayo Lewis (senior). Ahmed and Lewis were members of the OU-founded United also elected to the Executive Board of the Committee. Collegiate Black Scholars (UCBS)

28 [ Oakwood Magazine ] WINTER 2020 WINTER 2020 [ Oakwood Magazine ] 29 ACADEMIC OPERATIONS DIVISION UPDATE The Literacy Tour Schedule Mar. 1 • 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Factory St. Paul's Baptist 2020 700 E Belt Blvd. • Richmond, VA 23224 The Literacy Factory Annual Womens Conference provides high quality hands-on collaborative experiences Mar. 2 • 7:00 p.m. to educate, edify, and awaken women to make an eternal Jan. 19 • 7:45 a.m., 10:00 a.m. Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist difference. In 2018, over 250 attendees participated in The Bethel Church 3703 Tryon Rd. • Raleigh, NC 27606 workshops ranging from women’s health, 215 Bethel Baptist St. • Jacksonville, FL 32202 emotional intelligence, and how to support Mar. 3 • 7:30 p.m. learners with special needs. Jan. 26 • 4:00 p.m. The Literacy Factory aims to support 1st Presbyterian Church-Durham the literacy needs of the community by Snead Community College 305 E Main St. • Durham, NC 27701 providing intentional experiences that make 220 N Walnut St. • Boaz, AL 35957 an eternal difference. Mar. 4 • TBD The concept of the Literacy Factory was Jan. 31 • 7:00 p.m. University of Virginia birthed from my childhood experience grow- by Dr. Dana Wilchcombe Calvin University 400 Emmet Street S. • Charlottesville, VA 22903 ing up in central Harlem in the ‘80s. I saw 3201 Burton St SE. • Grand Rapids, MI 49546 that many families needed individualized, intentional literacy support for their chil- Mar. 14 • 2:00 p.m. ne of the activities at Oakwood dren, but were unable to pay a tutor or local Feb. 8 • 11:00 a.m. Music For All University that is supported by educational afterschool support services. Southern Adventist University 5625 W 30th St. • Indianapolis, IN 46222 the CFC is the Literacy Factory, Simply embedding the basic tenets of true 4881 Taylor Cir. • Collegedale,TN 37315 a free 10-week afterschool lit- education makes the eternal difference eracy program for deserving students in of the Literacy Factory. We do this with absolutely no Apr. 11 • 5:00 p.m. O Feb. 9 • 5:00 p.m. Oakwood University Church the Huntsville community. Since its inception in the funding or financial support. Our resources are trained Spring of 2015, free individualized instruction has been teacher candidates, retired Alys Stephens Center (Alumni Weekend) provided for over 100 students in grades K-12. teachers and volunteers. 1200 10th Ave S. • Birmingham, AL 35294 7000 Adventist Blvd. • Huntsville, AL 35806 Our mission is to increase a student’s reading and This program is a cooper- literacy achievement by at least two grade levels through atively managed to allow 10 consecutive highly effective literacy experiences. In literacy program manage- 2018 we added a math literacy component with the same ment experience. Student mission. leaders can be creative in Junior and senior teacher candidates work directly developing the program. with students. Teacher candidates also provide parent Evidence based instruc- workshops that train parents to embed effective teach- tion is applied through ing strategies using real life applications outside of the skills they have learned in their reading courses. classroom. The Literacy Factory is attached as a case ______study component for ED 342 Diagnosis and Remediation Dana Wilchcombe, Ph.D., is a literacy professional who founded the Literacy Factory, who of Reading Difficulties. Data is evaluated and used to enjoys creating individualized literacy learning plans. She is an assistant professor in the inform instruction for continuous improvement. Department of Education at Oakwood University.

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30 [ Oakwood Magazine ] WINTER 2020 WINTER 2020 [ Oakwood Magazine ] 31 Mission, Enrollment Services & Retention DIVISION UPDATE David Richardson, Jr., Ed.D., Vice President EASTER SPECIAL Watch on ABC Oakwoodites Serve in Mission Field: Guatemala by Andrew Pileggi

team of 13 courageous AOakwoodites departed from Huntsville this past May to serve during a 10-day mission trip to Guatemala. Led by Dr. Carlton P. Byrd, Chaplain Andrew Pileggi and Dr. Eva Wheeler, the Speaker team included seven OU students and four pro- fessionals from local Huntsville churches. The primary focus of this trip was to provide free med- ical and dental services From left to right. Andrew Pileggi, Calvin Lokko, '17, Idelka Moss, Dr. Marcus Moss, '08, Karina Feliz-Gohanna, Victor Matos, Epi Hernandez, to residents of rural areas Khayla Chapman, Dr. Eva Wheeler, Desiree Brown, Nina Bucknor, Dayani Williams, Aerrin O'Quinn, Dr. Lopez and Dr. Diaz of God's Helping Hands. in the region of Petén, Guatemala. Dr. Marcus Moss, ’08, worked alongside our stu- leave at the end of the day, UN shift tents and would scour OD IVE Watch on ABC on April 12, 2020 O R dents providing free tooth extractions. even though it meant W S the trash every day looking K IT A Y Three of Oakwood’s pre-dental students some would not be O for items that could be “The Awakening” includes a special Easter message from performed their first tooth extractions able to see one of sold, or food that was Dr. Carlton P. Byrd, Speaker/Director of the Breath of Life Television assisted by Dr. Moss. the doctors or the still edible. It was a Ministry, and Special Musical Guests: Pastor Donnie McClurkin, Other students conducted intake dentist. sobering scene: women Yolanda Adams, and the Jeremy Winston Chorale of Ohio. screenings, recorded blood pressure In addition to holding infants, a pun- measurements, and filled prescriptions. providing medical gent stench filling the H Dr. Elden Lopez, director of God’s Helping and dental care, the N air, mosquitos swarm- Special Musical Guests: M I S I

Hands, was assisted by Dr. Diaz, who team also visited an I H A N D S N ing around each person, also works with God’s Helping Hands. At orphanage, a senior S S I O trash burning, and entire the registration table, Chaplain Pileggi citizens’ home and a local families scouring piles of trash. and Dr. Wheeler counted an average of elementary school. At each loca- The team distributed 50 meals to the 90 patients seen tion they interacted families. Some of the team members per day. The days Nina Bucknor with the residents were so impacted that they decided to were hot, and the experienced the by singing, leading return with more food, clothing and lines were long, joy of mission art/crafts activi- toys for the children. service. and the team was ties, and sharing The entire team loved the expe- Pastor Donnie amazed by the short devotional rience and many vowed to return the McClurkin, Yolanda patience of those thoughts. One of following year. It was a mission trip and the they served. The the more impactful that included various opportunities for Adams, Jeremy residents never and life-changing ministry, service learning, an excursion Winston Chorale of Ohio complained about activities was giv- to the Mayan ruins of Tikal, and plenty how long they had ing food out to the of good food and fellowship. to wait, they never homeless. ______raised their voices, and were more than The team traveled to an actual Andrew Pileggi is the Senior Chaplain at Oakwood University. For a list of stations and times, understanding when the team had to landfill, where families lived in make- call 256.929.6460 or visit breathoflife.tv 32 [ Oakwood Magazine ] WINTER 2020 ADVANCEMENT DIVISION UPDATE Cheri Wilson, M.A., CFRE, Executive Director

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Share Your Good News with the Oakwood Family Robert V. Sigh Shari R. Taylor Tamari L. Jenkins Traci L. Anderson Vivian M. Bennett All Oakwood Alumni are invited to share your special milestones—that have occurred within the last 12 months—with the Oakwood Robin A. Arnold Sharon D. Kostencki Tammy B. Honeycutt Tracie Oliver-Belcher Vivianne W. Jones family, including: child births, graduations, new positions/promotions/certifications, article/book publications, memorials, etc. If possible, Robyn T. Lang Sharon Davila Tanisha Bush Tracy B. Moore VSI Unlimited Inc. please include a high-resolution digital photo suitable for publication (.jpg, .png, or .gif format; under 2MB in size; 300 dpi or the largest size Rochelle Dawes Sharrel Y. Reeves Tanya R. Haye Tracy M. Thompson Vusumuzi P. Ngwazini Roddley Point-Du-Jour Shaun C. Palmer Tara L. Young Transitions, LLC W. Sherman Rogers possible for print). Submissions may be edited, and placement is at the discretion of the editorial team. 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Vera YourCause, LLC Safawo Gullo Stephania Abell Toussaint & Lakeisha Williams Vincent A. Turner Yvonne Dowdy Safiya M. Hudson Stephanie Dingome Toya N. Charles Virgil Childs Yvonne Edwards Samantha A. Gregory Stephanie L. Matthews Tracey L. Braden Virginia A. Hodges Zainab Otiki alking near his office in Bermuda earlier this year, dation of healing. ‘Show and tell’ was Christ’s method of Samantha Champagne Stephanie McMillan Tracey Wallace Virginia O. Eldridge Zavon & Jacqueline Kanion Stanley James, M.D., ’91, felt the Lord asking him: teaching and so James is following the Master Physician. Samantha L. Hanley Stephanie Pullman Traci D. Preston Virginia R. Daigle Zeola G. Allston Samlyne Georges Stephanie Sterlin “Why are you paying money to keep the grass He takes his patients outside and walks them through the Samuel & Margo Bagley Stephen H. Gray down, when you can pay that garden. They tell him stories of when Samuel G. London Stephen M. Murphy Wmoney to bring food up?” they used to garden, and how, maybe, Sandra K. Patterson Steven Jones James was shown that the plot of they can garden again. Sandra P. Thompson Steven K. LaiHing grass would become a platform for shar- James says his patients “have been Sandra R. Brown Steven R. Hutton Sandra Young Sung-Jun Kim ing the message of healing. “When we very grateful. Our core philosophy is not Sangernetta Burns Susan Sprouse look at those who are sick in Bermuda, prescriptions and pills and, hopefully, we Sanitha M. Douglas Susan Stricklin most of that population don’t have the can give people lifestyle practices that Sara Paul Suzanne Holm finances to get food that is fresh and can maintain or reverse diseases. Sarah Bang Sybil Logan nutrient-dense,” he said. “It was incredibly satisfying to see Sarah Faria Sylvia A. Germany Saundra C. Rollins Sylvia James In September, he employed JaVaughn Dill of Dill Pickle the smile on the face of a senior today when I handed her Saylene C. Albert-Hitchcock Sylvia O. Cooper Farming to chop up the grass, fertilize the ground, and plant some vegetables,” James said. “When I told her it was free, Schwab Charitable Sylvia-Jean Woodson a garden of kale, bok choy, onions, beets, carrots, tomatoes, she looked at me twice and shook her head. She could not Selene S. Grossett Symone A. Stewart collard greens and other vegetables. believe it.” Selita Harpe Synovus “It wasn’t me,” says James in response to the buzz We believe that Dr. James’ serving fresh vegetables Selwyn Carrington T. Marshall Kelly Seth T. Bardu Tahisha Cattouse around the garden at his practice, Premier Health and to his patients exemplifies the spirit of Beyond the Oaks, Shannan C. Malone Tahlia K. Kirkland Wellness Centre, and the initiative of giving free organic an Office of Alumni Relations Engagement Initiative that Shannon Hardy Talladega College vegetables to his senior patients. “The idea was literally encourages all Oakwood alumni and friends to serve, as Shanon Taylor Tamara A. Halsell Because of You... God-inspired.” our motto states “Enter to Learn; Depart to Serve.” Sharelle T. Rolle Tamara Young Food is our first medicine, and nutrition is the foun-

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 Brenton Harrison, ’09, was Christine Jobson, DMA,’09, made Alumni News recently named one of Nashville's her debut at the Metropolitan Power Leaders in Finance by the Opera in New York this fall. Nashville Business Journal. To Jobson, who was Miss Oakwood With the start of the Dr. Lloyd Benjamin Mallory, '89, is assemble the list, the publica- in 2009, earned a masters in Vocal 2019-2020 academic the new choral director and assistant tion accepts nominations from Performance from the University year, Stanton Reed, '83, professor of music at Kentucky State the public. Harrison serves as a of Kentucky in 2011, and a doc- business and account- University, in Frankfort, Kentucky. financial advisor at Henderson torate in Vocal Pedagogy and ing professor at Valencia He most recently served as direc- Financial Group, Inc. Performance from the University College in Orlando, Florida, tor of choral activities and asso- of Miami in 2019. In addition to has assumed the role ciate professor at Delaware State the temporary engagement sing- of Collegewide Faculty University. Mallory has also held positions in music at Lincoln ing soprano in the chorus of the Met’s production Porgy Brandon Broome, ’10, joined the Wolves staff in the Athletics Association president at University, Pine Forge Academy, Oakwood University, Howard and Bess, she is also a lecturer and teaches voice on a Department at Walla Walla University after previously teach- Valencia. University, Sligo Church, Duke Ellington School for the Arts and part-time basis at the Music Department at Western ing physical education and coaching for the past 10 years. Clark Atlanta University. Mallory earned a doctor of musical arts at Connecticut State University. Oher Oakwood alumni are A 2010 graduate from Oakwood the University of California at Los Angeles, pursued post-graduate at the Met as well: Markel Reed, baritone; and Makeda University with a bachelor's in studies at Morgan State University, Marywood University and Hampton, soprano, who taught at Oakwood for a number Physical Education, Broome has Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, earned a master’s in music at of years. Also in the production is Dr. Latoya Lain, mezzo always pursued excellence. Morgan State University and a bachelor’s at Oakwood University. soprano, former teacher of diction at Oakwood. During his time in education, he established weight training pro- grams and as a coach, he worked as Connie Hall, '94, first grade teacher at Lloyd Diedrichsen Elementary School in Sparks, Nevada,  Keshia M. Sanders, ’11, a personal trainer developing skills was named the Washoe County School District Certified Employee of the Year. Hall, who has successfully defended her and fitness for the sports programs taught in the Washoe Valley for nine years, believes her prayer life has impacted her success dissertation at the School of he oversaw. Broome has extensive as a teacher. "Every day I pray in the parking lot before walking in the school, asking God to Behavioral Health, Department experience working with different use me for His glory that day however He sees fit," she said. "He always gives me wisdom and of Psychology at Loma Linda sports camps, working five summers with the Miami Suns renewed strength when needed." University, for the Ph.D. Her Boys Basketball organization. topic was “An Examination of

the Mediating Factors Between High Schizotypy and Distress.” Allen Perkins, '01, made history this past November, when he was sworn in as the first African-American superintendent of Madison County schools in Alabama. Perkins said that Madison County Schools have been on the up and up in recent years and he wants to make sure it keeps going in In 2019, Attorney Imani Cherry, '14 , passed the Bar Exam that positive direction. "It's not a job for me, it's an opportunity of service, in the State of Maryland. She earned the J.D. at the American it's a mission for me and I enjoy it," he said. He's no stranger to Madison University College of Law in Washington, D.C., and currently prac- County Schools; he was hired as an elementary teacher 17 years ago and tices general corporate law and finance in Baltimore, Maryland. eventually rose to the ranks of supervisor of instruction over the district. by Ashley Carter, WAAY 31/ABC (Photo courtesy of Perkins will hold the position of superintendent until at least 2022. Madison County Schools)

IN MEMORIAM Andell Brown, Esq., '02, founded a boutique law firm in Miami, specializing in defend- ing freedom, restoring the injured, and protecting our rights. He began his career as an Jermaine Blackmon (left) attended assistant public defender in 2005. After more than a decade of handling complex and Oakwood University 2004-2006. He high-profile criminal and civil cases, he has distinguished himself as a top trial lawyer. passed away on September 15, 2015 Brown has provided legal analysis in numerous televised appearances, and has been due to complications with sickle cell called on as a voice of reason to speak on events that have sent shockwaves through the disease. Jabari Blackmon (right) attend- world, from Ferguson and Baltimore, to Australia. He currently serves as a Trial Analyst ed Oakwood University 2005-2007. He for the internationally-distributed Law Crime Network. Brown was recently recognized passed away on December 16, 2017 during Black History Month 2019 as one of 100 Famous African-Americans and Seventh- due to complications with sickle cell day Adventists in Spectrum Magazine. disease. Their parents Dr. Milton and With all of the notable and distinguished achievements that Attorney Brown has Mrs. Juliet Blackmon, both in the class achieved, he's most proud of being a devoted husband to his wife, Lotoya K. Brown, Esq., of 1981, are looking forward to seeing and a father to their two children, Aria and Andell II. their sons again when Jesus returns.

40 [ Oakwood Magazine ] WINTER 2020 WINTER 2020 [ Oakwood Magazine ] 41 by Joel Kibble

Carvell Goodlow was part of the Caught Up Mentoring Program established by Toson Knight, ‘13, of Detroit, Michigan. Carvell enrolled at Oakwood University as a freshmen in 2017, but tragically lost his life on September 16, 2018. Carvell’s words shared at the memorial he other evening, I walked out onto face. Most importantly, service held at Oakwood University so touched a donor’s heart that my balcony into the cold of night. I the extent of our effec- she decided to establish a scholarship in his name, to commemorate looked up into the crystal-clear sky tiveness on this earth his life and continue his legacy. This scholarship will be awarded to Caught Up Alumni, who matriculate through Oakwood University. and took in the beautiful scene. The is proportionate to our It is the donor’s desire to assist the 17 remaining male students, stars glittered like diamonds against exposure to the charac- and future Caught Up Alumni who choose to attend Oakwood, to the backdrop of space, and there in the midst of ter of God in our lives. complete their college degree. the sky was the brightest object—the moon. The more of God’s light While I gazed, I began to realize that this we expose ourselves to, We invite you to make a difference in the lives of these 17 young men. For more information, contact To finish this semester strong, $77,000 is needed. Invest in this scholarship fund by making a celestial night-light has often been credited the brighter our lives donation today at give.oakwood.edu (select the Carvell Goodlow Caught Up Memorial Scholarship Miriam Battles: 256.726.7508 with lighting up the darkness of the evening. shine in this dark world. from the dropdown menu). In all truth, the moon emits no light of its own. Consequently, when we It does not have the power or the resource to allow some body, some generate that type of energy. Quite simply, the object or some circum- moon is a mass of craters and rock covered stance to eclipse the with dust. Man has touched down on the moon divine light that shines Serving Your Family and kicked up the dust that covers the whole on us, our true purpose landscape. The light we attribute to the moon is veiled in the resulting darkness. As long as Pre-need and With Compassion actually comes from the sun. The sun is that the Light is interrupted, our purpose remains in At-need cemetery and Dignity celestial body of solar energy that is responsi- the shadows. In fact, when we are fully exposed services available ble for radiating light and heat. There is nothing to God, His glory illuminates our experiences so for burial plots, about the moon that is worthy of any glory. brightly, that people can mistakenly attribute One of the primary purposes of the moon is His light to us. columbarium niches, its ability to reflect. The light of the moon that It is the job of the Son of God to shine. It is and mausoleum is visible to us is directly proportionate to how our job to reflect His light. When we do what we services much of it is exposed to the sun. If the moon are called to do, we transfer the greatest glory is directly exposed to the sun’s light, it shines to the darkest of situations. The moon does its fully and brightly. If something cuts off any part best job at night. It was created for dark situa- of that light, only part of the moon is visible. tions. You and I were created to shine in dark You can witness the effects of this principle situations. We were created to reflect that light during a lunar eclipse. The Earth moves into the in whatever circumstance we find ourselves. So, path between the sun and the moon, the sun’s understand that the circumstance itself doesn’t light is interrupted and the moon has nothing matter so much as what we are to be in that to reflect. Without exposure to the sun, the circumstance…a light; but, your responsibility is moon loses one of its primary functions. not even to generate light. You cannot. That is It began to dawn on me that one of our best not in your nature. That is God’s responsibility. qualities as humans is our ability to reflect. All you need is full exposure, so you can reflect. There is no glory in anything we are or feel 256-726-8278 we are able to do. The Bible says that all of our Go Deeper: Isaiah 60:19, II Corinthians 4:3-6 OUMemorialGardens.com righteousness is equivalent to a stack of soiled ______rags (Isaiah 64:6). The best we feel we can offer is From: Out of the Desert Flow, Rivers by Joel Kibble, ’06. Reprinted with permis- about as worthless as the dust on the moon’s sur- sion. Courtesy of: Healing Rivers Publishing

42 [ Oakwood Magazine ] WINTER 2020 WINTER 2020 [ Oakwood Magazine ] 43 era.) If I had pursued that path, the of snow are exactly alike, not even administrators whom I respectfully & animal-leaders would be non-se- so-called identical twins). That characterize accordingly: Peterson quential and shuffled about in same principle of unique identity the Inspirer; Millet the Energizer; order to conceal their true identity, mirrors a truth among Oakwood Pinkney the Conciliator; Hale the of Oakwood University thus leaving to the reader to guess presidents. Each one embodies Administrator; Rock the Leaders’ “who’s who”—all in fun. However, I a special personality all his own Leader; Cooper the Educator; was unable to convince myself that while similarities among them as Reaves the Articulator; Baker the this parade of animals would be lead-administrators occasionally Initiator; Warren the Mediator; and accepted for the innocent lambent appear. What would happen, how- Pollard the Facilitator. narrative it intended to be. Instead I ever, if we could bundle, capsulize, Men and women of destiny wrote a book entitled: Sprucing the or melt these nine (or ten) personal- (including leaders to come), listen Tree (Saga of Oakwood University ities into one entity that represents to the wisdom of Divine inspiration: Presidents: 1896 – 2010), Pacific their individual specialized prece- “Press in the right direction, . . . Press Publishing Association, 2015. dents, patterns, and profiles? Like solidly, intelligently. Then circum- Maybe you have seen it. the United States’ national motto (e stances will be your helpers and pluribus unum—out of many, one), not your hindrances. Make a begin- LEADERSHIP PERSONALITY the distinctive standout leadership ning. The oak is in the acorn.” (Ellen Leadership theory claims that quality from each of the stated ten G. White, Testimonies to the Church, valiant leadership. Rerunning the before returning to teach religion institutions take on the personality Oakwood presidents contributes Vol. 6, p. 145) tape or downloading images of my in 1985 for the third time and chair of their leaders. To whatever to one perceived “prototype” if not ______moments, days, and years spent the department for the second degree this is true or not, one idealized picture of what a univer- Mervyn A. Warren, M.Div., Ph.D., D.Min., is enjoying his with these renaissance men gave time. I was called by the Board of thing for sure: the trend of how sity leader looks like. retirement, after having served Oakwood University as Teacher; me the distinct sense of having fer- Trustees to the new position of a president performs duties does Through my lenses, I see a Dean of Religion; and five administration positions including tilized a bit of each of them within Provost and Senior Vice President paint a portrait of his/her style stream of Christian education lead Provost and Interim President. by Dr. Mervyn A. Warren my soul. (2002-2010) during the administra- and maybe even his/her character tion of I Delbert W. Baker. While while also shaping the culture of hat do you do while INSPIRING LEADERS serving in the position of Interim the institution. On a deeper level, taking a breath- I was an inspired student of President between Baker and J the experience of presiding over er from teaching B Frank L. Peterson in the 1950s, Leslie N. Pollard, I was dispatched an institution can serve the will of Wand administra- and graduated under C Garland J. by the Board of Trustees (as board God for salvific purposes in the per- tive assignments? This past fall Millet, who later invited me back to secretary) to deliver its invitation sonal life of the lead administrator semester of 2019-20, I found myself teach in the Religion Department to Pollard to accept the Oakwood if he/she perceives challenges as “taking it easy” for the first time immediately following Seminary presidency. As the Interim instruments of character devel- in several decades, and set my sail graduation in the early 1960s. I President, I assisted in officially opment. Check out the section on for bon voyage over quiet waters. continued teaching during the D welcoming the Pollards to the cam- “Leadership” in Testimonies for Dreams of sailing the seven seas Addison V. Pinkney years before pus, introduced him to the faculty, the Church, vol. 3, 494, where Ellen did not materialize, but I did do taking leave for doctoral studies staff, students, and the President’s White counsels leaders that “All a bit of mental deep-sea diving in the mid-1960s. I returned to Council, and spent a period of pres- the difficulties, the backsets, the and reflection about my Oakwood teach religion the second time idential orientation time, acquaint- hardships, and the disappointments experience and “what hath God when invited by E Frank W. Hale, ing him with matters of institution- which God’s servants will meet in wrought!” Jr., after my three-year leave for al organization, personnel, budget, active labor will only strengthen On the one hand, the joy of PhD studies and church pastoring mission, student enrollment, and them in the formation of correct classroom teaching and student which included ordination to min- the general state of the ship. characters. interaction occupied my thoughts. istry. He also appointed me chair Because of extensive and By putting their own energies On the other hand, my reflec- of the Religion Department. I was diverse learning from Oakwood of mind to use, the obstacles they tion took more the path of past called into the ranks of adminis- presidents, I once thought of writ- meet will prove to them positive Oakwood administrative responsi- tration in the 1970s by F Calvin ing a playful caricature book about blessings. They will gain mental bilities and my rare privilege of per- B. Rock as General VP (subsuming my presidential associates entitled and spiritual muscle to be used sonal and official connection with Academic Affairs and Student “The Animal Planet.” Obviously, upon important occasions with the the last nine successive presidents Affairs), VP Academic Affairs, and this lighthearted spoof of each very best results.” of Oakwood—Frank L. Peterson Assistant to the President; contin- president, unidentified, would sim- While we gladly appreciate to Leslie N. Pollard. I re-lived our ued as Assistant to the President ply suggest the particular animal variety as a beautiful hallmark association together and recap- during the interim Presidency of G most nearly reflect his leadership of God’s grand creation, science tured their precedents (personali- Emerson A. Cooper; and remained style. (Viz., wise owl, tricky fox, teaches us that exact duplicates ties and patterns, procedures and for a period as Assistant to the chest thumping gorilla, sly serpent, do not exist among His originals programs) displayed through their President for H Benjamin F. Reaves roaring lion, frugal squirrel, et cet- (no two blades of grass or flakes

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